nod in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To score with a header
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Davies, captain in the absence of the injured Aaron Ramsey, scored the opener as, completely unmarked just three yards out, he nodded in Broadhead's 22nd-minute corner.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “nod in” mean?
To score with a header
Is “nod in” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.